​​AWS Penetration Tester​

Leidos

Hybrid

Quick summary

Work type
Hybrid
Location
Ashburn, VA
Salary
$87,100–$157,450 / yr
Posted
5 days ago
Nearby
99+ roles within 25 mi

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Below market

How this pay compares to similar roles

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This role $122k
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This role pays less than 85% of similar roles. Most pay $142,200–$193,437 — the shaded band above. At the midpoint, this role pays about $122k versus about $168k for comparable roles.

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About Leidos

Leidos is an industry and technology leader serving government and commercial customers with smarter, more efficient digital and mission innovations.

Leidos currently has 237 open roles on FindRole.

Listed pay typically runs $106,600–$192,700 across 230 roles with salary data.

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TL;DR · ​​AWS Penetration Tester​

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The Penetration Tester role at the Department of Homeland Security's Customs and Border Protection Security Operations Center involves conducting comprehensive security assessments to identify vulnerabilities in CBP’s FISMA systems. This senior-level position requires a deep understanding of offensive cybersecurity techniques, strong analytical skills, and the ability to produce detailed reports with actionable recommendations. The candidate will work closely with SOC, engineering, and security teams to validate and remediate vulnerabilities while supporting tool development and knowledge sharing within the team. Essential qualifications include 3-5 years (T3) or 5-8 years (T4) of experience in pen testing and vulnerability assessment, particularly in web applications and enterprise networks, along with proficiency in tools such as Kali Linux, Metasploit, Burp Suite Pro, and Tenable Nessus. Candidates must hold certifications like OSCP, GPEN, or CRTO and be US citizens due to clearance requirements.

Skills

Kali Linux Metasploit Burp Suite Pro Cobalt Strike Tenable Nessus Tenable Security Center Bloodhound BladeRF Hak5 Wireshark Prowler Scoutsuite OSCP GPEN CRTO OSWP GWAPT AWS CISSP GISF GXPN OSCE OSEE

What you'll do

  • Conduct comprehensive security assessments of CBP FISMA systems to identify vulnerabilities.
  • Perform internal and external web application, network, and infrastructure penetration tests using various tools.
  • Produce detailed reports with actionable remediation recommendations for identified vulnerabilities.
  • Validate and remediate vulnerabilities in partnership with SOC, engineering, and security teams.
  • Assist in verifying bug bounty findings and supporting tool development and methodology improvements.

What we're looking for

  • US citizenship required due to security clearance.
  • Minimum 3 years of professional experience in penetration testing and vulnerability assessment.
  • Experience in incident detection and response, malware analysis, or cyber forensics.
  • Proficiency with tools such as Kali Linux, Metasploit, Burp Suite Pro, and Wireshark.
  • Possession of at least one pentesting certification (OSCP, GPEN, CRTO, OSWP, GWAPT).
  • Ability to work in Ashburn, VA 2-5 days per week.

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